Species
Black Catfish
Neosilurus ater
Also known as Butter Jew · Narrow-Fronted Catfish · Narrow-Fronted Tandan
Tier 5light tackleQLDWA
0 waypoints19–33 cm (max 47 cm) typical
Overview: about black catfish
Small to medium-sized catfish found in freshwater rivers and streams of QLD and WA. Target with bait or small lures in shallow waters up to 5m. Good eating fish with firm white flesh.
Biology: Black Catfish size, diet & habitat
- Typical size
- 19–33 cm (max 47 cm)
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